Tax Manager

Tax Manager – KPMG in Bermuda

Tax Talent Acquisition at KPMG Islands Group | Hiring Across Cayman, Bermuda, Bahamas, Guernsey, Jersey & Isle of Man

About us

KPMG in Bermuda is part of KPMG Islands Group, a regional network of over 3,000 professionals across 11 island jurisdictions. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to a broad range of clients, particularly in insurance, asset management, and international business.

This role offers the chance to live and work in Bermuda, a well-established financial center with a high standard of living. Relocation support and full work permit sponsorship are provided for the successful candidate.

The rapid pace of change and the increasing complexity of tax rules make this an important time to build your career in Tax at KPMG. We draw on our technical expertise and our understanding of how tax fits into the broader business landscape to help clients manage their U.S. income tax reporting obligations. Our work spans insurance, hedge funds, private equity funds, private clients, and local tax laws and regulations in our respective jurisdictions, including Economic Substance, Pillar 2, VAT, and AEOI (FATCA / CRS).

Role and Responsibilities

The Tax Manager will assist in the growth and development of our U.S. Tax practice, while supervising the preparation of U.S. income tax returns for clients, including corporations, partnerships, and specialized areas such as property and casualty insurance, international executive taxation, and hedge funds / private equity funds. You will oversee tax staff, manage projects, and contribute to client service delivery by ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. The role also involves maintaining strong technical knowledge of U.S. domestic and international tax rules relevant to our clients, building client relationships, and supporting the professional development of staff.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of U.S. tax experience in public accounting or a professional services environment, with a specialization in U.S. Tax matters
• CPA designation (EA, LLM in Taxation, ACA, ACCA, or CA also considered)
• Membership in a recognized accountancy body is advantageous but not required
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. income tax for corporations and partnerships; experience with insurance companies and investment funds is a plus
• Familiarity with ASC 740 tax provision reviews preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly
• Proven ability to supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work both independently and within a small team
• Comfortable working under pressure, with flexibility to manage overtime when required
• Relocation to Bermuda (relocation assistance and work permit sponsorship provided)

What we can offer you

Change extends your horizons. It gives you a fresh perspective and the opportunity to learn from others. KPMG will ensure you broaden your horizons.

About KPMG

KPMG is a global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. KPMG is the brand under which the member firms of KPMG International Limited ("KPMG International") operate and provide professional services. “KPMG” is used to refer to individual member firms within the KPMG organization or to one or more member firms collectively. KPMG firms operate in 142 countries and territories with more than 275,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. Each KPMG member firm is responsible for its own obligations and liabilities. KPMG International Limited is a private English company limited by guarantee. KPMG International Limited and its related entities do not provide services to clients. For more detail about our structure, please visit kpmg.com / governance.

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